Current Issues in Nursing Author:Joanne McCloskey and Helen K. Grace Through four editions Current Issues in Nursing has distinguished itself by its comprehensive coverage, timeliness, and unique approach to exploring the myriad issues facing the nursing profession. Prominent nursing leaders from around the world have contributed thoughtful and provocative discussions that inform and challenge the reader. Topics ... more »new to the fourth edition include patient outcomes, use of nursing assistants, computer-based patient records, total quality management, shared governance, nursing's agenda for health care reform, hospital work redesign, risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and advance directives. Students and practitioners alike will benefit from Current Issues in Nursing's review of the past, examination of the present, and projections for the future of the nursing profession.« less